YMCA of Houston takes action to combat childcare deserts
Struggling to find affordable childcare in Houston? The YMCA is here to help! They're taking action to combat childcare deserts in the area, offering programs for kids of all ages. From early childcare centers to summer camps, they've got you covered. Learn more and get involved: #ChildcareDeserts #CommunitySupport #YMCAHouston
Houston Newsmakers: Abuse, neglect affecting Texas children -- What can we do?
IN THIS EPISODE: After several rough cases involving abuse and neglect in children--including here in Harris County, Host Khambrel Marshall sits down with Dr. Bob Sanborn, president and CEO of Children At Risk. He believes that much of the abuse and suffering in children can be reduced if the government stepped forward.
Watch live: Children at Risk, advocates, local leaders address needs of Uvalde after mass shooting in news conference
Children at Risk, a Texas nonprofit plans to bring advocates, community members, and local leaders to a news conference to discuss the needs of Uvalde after Tuesdayโs mass shooting that took place where 19 kids and 2 teachers were killed at Robb Elementary.
Latest COVID-19 vaccinations numbers among Hispanic community
HOUSTON โ As the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out continues, recent numbers by the CDC gives a better picture of whoโs getting vaccinated. Sanborn said there are many factors that likely play into those lower numbers among the Hispanic community. As far as turning the numbers around across the board though, many believe itโll be a community effort and getting everyone on board. โWe do need to do a lot of outreach and education to our communities about the benefits of the vaccine,โ Caracostis said. โWeโre going to have to be able to craft unique messages for the Latino community so that people understand that this is safe,โ Sanborn said.